The Utah Geological Survey (UGS) has launched its Utah Groundwater Data Hub. This web application provides public access to previously unreleased groundwater data from numerous UGS studies. Features include interactive maps, customizable data downloads, and visualization tools to help users find, download, and use groundwater data from around the state. This new platform will help researchers, water managers, policymakers, and …
Officials Encourage Preparation for Groundwater Flooding Hazards
SALT LAKE CITY (May 3, 2023) – Record snowpack across the state has increased the potential for groundwater flooding, landslides and debris flows in some areas. Many areas statewide have already experienced flooding and landslides. These hazards will increase as temperatures warm up.
Utah One of the Top 10 States for Mining, Production Value up in 2019
The recently released Utah Mining 2019 report issued by the Utah Geological Survey(UGS) shows Utah’s mining production increased by 2.4%, or over $90 million, last year. The state’s total extractive resource value in 2019, including oil and gas, was estimated at $6.5 billion, with mining representing 60%, or $3.9 billion, of the total value.
New study reduces risk in areas adjacent to Wasatch Front faults
A recently released four-year study by the Utah Geological Survey (UGS) provides new detailed mapping of faults along the Wasatch Front that are capable of surface rupture.
Northern Utah Earthquake Update from Utah Geological Survey
Salt Lake City (March 18, 2020) – The epicenter of this morning’s northern Utah 5.7 magnitude (M) earthquake was north of Magna. As of 4:30 p.m. this afternoon, there had been 90 aftershocks. Additional aftershocks are expected at least over the next few days.
Utah’s Mining Production Value Up 14% from 2017, Totaled $3.7 Billion
The Utah Mining 2018 report issued by the Utah Geological Survey summarizes 2018 mineral resource production statistics and values for Utah.
DNR Names New State Geologist, Director of Utah Geological Survey
Salt Lake City (Jan 28, 2019) – Utah Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Executive Director, Mike Styler, recently named, R. William (Bill) Keach II, as the new Utah state geologist and director of the Utah Geological Survey (UGS).
Videos Showing Destruction of Natural Arch, Hoodoos Likely Fake
Salt Lake City (Dec. 12, 2018) — The two videos from Monday depicting the destruction of an arch and hoodoos allegedly somewhere in Utah have been reviewed by the Intermountain West Regional Computer Forensics Lab in Salt Lake City,
Utah 2017 Mining Production Value up Seven Percent, Totaled $3.3 Billion
Salt Lake City (Dec. 4, 2018) – The value of Utah’s mineral production in 2017 totaled about $3.3 billion and is up about 7 percent from 2016. This finding is presented in a new report by the Utah Geological Survey (UGS).
Utah Geological Survey Launched 2019 Calendar of Utah Geology
The Utah Geological Survey (UGS), a division of the Utah Department of Natural Resources (DNR), recently released the 13th edition of its popular Calendar of Utah Geology.
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